Page 8 - Retail

In India, private equity firms see new allure in old world retail

For investors, the dearth of malls and growing demand from retailers means faster rental growth and higher yields

Retail boost with nod to 24x7 biz

Sector upbeat over new norms; model law defines uniform obligations, rights of employers, employees

RAI, Octane Marketing publish their annual report on 'India Retail Marketing'

More than 105+ Retailers and 95+ companies participated in the study

India ranks second in retail potential

Clarity on FDI, improved ease of doing biz push country up 13 notches among 30 developing countries

Food for thought

Indian grocery retailers shouldn't pin hopes on foreign investment

Changing gears, Trent Hypermarket plans swift expansion

Likely to open 20-30 stores in Maharashtra & Karnataka in FY17; expansion plan might require capex of Rs 100 crore

Demand of branded garments could be hit, say retailers

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley had proposed change in excise duty on branded readymade garments

Maharashtra retailers divided over state retail policy

A section feels the policy favours organised sector, but all of them welcome single-window clearance and removal of inspection raj